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Using Uber teen accounts for Back To School

PUBLISHED: September 15, 2023 | By Hilary Erickson

I have been there. We’ve been in an emergency at work when a nurse is willing to stay over but realizes she needs to get her teenager to an activity Continue Reading

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Simplify Your Space: Top Stores for Organizing Supplies

PUBLISHED: September 11, 2023 | By Hilary Erickson

In this episode of The Pulling Curls Podcast, host Hilary Erickson shares her favorite stores to get organizing supplies. Hilary discusses five Continue Reading

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5 Things to Avoid at the Hospital (in Labor and Delivery)

PUBLISHED: September 7, 2023 | By Hilary Erickson

AS a nurse who's not only worked in hospitals for 20 years, but has also had 3 kids of my own in a hospital I am here to tell you the 5 things to Continue Reading

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When to Hire a Doula: 4 Signs You Need a Birth Assistant

PUBLISHED: September 6, 2023 | By Hilary Erickson

When should you hire a doula?  Doula support has a lot of advantages, but are most often paid for out of pocket by the family.  So, you want Continue Reading

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The Best Providers for Your Baby’s Arrival: A Deep Dive with CNM Juli Pyle

PUBLISHED: September 4, 2023 | By Hilary Erickson

In this episode of The Pulling Curls Podcast, host Hilary Erickson explores the question of who can deliver your baby. She is joined by certified Continue Reading

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Breastfeeding Not Working: Transition from breastmilk to formula?

PUBLISHED: September 4, 2023 | By Hilary Erickson

One of the most important things to know is the signs that breastfeeding isn't working.  More and more women are finding that biologically Continue Reading

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Supporting Speech Development: Strategies for Parents with Lenora Edwards from Better Speech

PUBLISHED: August 28, 2023 | By Hilary Erickson

In Episode 203 of The Pulling Curls Podcast, titled "Helping Kids with Speech with Lenora Edwards Mastered," the host delves into the topic of Continue Reading

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At What Point in Pregnancy Do You Go to Labor and Delivery vs the ER?

PUBLISHED: August 23, 2023 | By Hilary Erickson

When you show-up at the hospital as a pregnant patient, how do you decide if you should go to the ER or to labor and delivery?  This post will Continue Reading

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The Journey of Infertility: Struggle, Success, and Spearmint Tea

PUBLISHED: August 21, 2023 | By Hilary Erickson

In this episode of the Erickson Creative podcast, host Hilary Erickson is joined by guests John and Morgan Fulton as they share their journey with Continue Reading

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Things to Do Before Going to the Hospital for Delivery

PUBLISHED: August 21, 2023 | By Hilary Erickson

This checklist of important things to do before your new baby arrives will give you THE things a nurse thinks you need to do before hospital, Continue Reading

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